WPDM – Block Hotlink is an add-on for WordPress Download Manager that prevents direct file linking and bandwidth theft. It secures your files behind controlled URLs, enforces access rules, and preserves SEO value with clean, trackable downloads. Easy to set up, it adds reliable hotlink protection without breaking legitimate shares.
- Blocks direct file access and hotlinking instantly
- Works seamlessly with WordPress Download Manager (WPDM)
- Generates secure, expiring download URLs
- Restricts downloads to your domain or selected referrers
- Prevents bandwidth theft from external sites
- Preserves SEO with clean, shareable download links
- Supports role-based and member-only access rules
- Locks files behind WPDM’s permission system
- Optional IP and country-level restrictions
- Customizable 403/404 response for blocked requests
- Track and log blocked attempts and downloads
- Compatible with CDNs and caching setups
- Lightweight, fast, and easy to configure
- Works with direct file types (PDF, ZIP, images, media)
- Keeps existing links intact with minimal changes